First Baptist Zachary
A Model of Generosity
The Miracles and Teachings of Christ Series - Message #6 [04.18.21, Dr. Paul Ballard]
Locations & Times
First Baptist Worship Center
4200 Main St, Zachary, LA 70791, USA
Sunday 8:30 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM
FBCZ Online
Sunday 11:00 AM
Weekly Bulletin
https://fbcz.org/bulletinJesus recognizes true devotion
Context
The Scribes were religious leaders that commanded unrivaled authority in the first century.
• The Scribes lived for the attention of others.
• The Scribes thought they were hot stuff.
Grace is like water. It runs to the lowest place, so get low. - Martin Luther
• The Scribes were spiritual fakes.
Mark clearly contrasts the Scribes and the widow.
Story
Application
The sacrificial gift of the widow points to the sacrificial gift of Jesus.
she out of her poverty has put in everything she had…
... all she had to live on.
The widow is a model of discipleship
Jesus quietly watches our gifts and service
The true value of a gift is measured by the sacrifice it occasions.
God can do great things with small offerings
Jesus recognizes true devotion
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